CDL A Driver Trainee - CDL Required - $10K Sign-On DOE

About the Role

McLane offers a path to build a CDL-A career with paid training, hands-on coaching, and support. As a CDL-A Driver Trainee, you will earn competitive pay, receive benefits from day one, and gain experience with a respected transportation team.

What You'll Do

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure
• Operate truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
• Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition
• Operate Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions
• Inspect trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product
• Ride and train with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver's skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises
• Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions
• Assist the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises
• Provide customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Possess a Class A CDL
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy
• Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers
• Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product
• Communicate with customers, management, and other teammates
• Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices
• Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely, including understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role

Pay

• Paid training: $25/hr
• Drivers earn $80,000 to $90,000+ after training
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000, depending on experience

Benefits

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days
• Pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more

Schedule

Route schedule will vary.

About McLane

McLane has been a leader in the distribution industry since 1894, building an expansive nationwide network across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. The company emphasizes technology integration, team member training, and a people-centered culture.